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cute skeleton wedding cake topper at a Halloween Salem Massachusetts wedding, captured by Vivid Instincts Photography
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If you’re planning a not-so-traditional Salem Massachusetts wedding, it just makes sense that you’d want a not-so-traditional vendor team on your side. And if you’re specifically leaning towards the idea of a non-religious, romantic, Celtic, Viking, Pagan, or Wiccan ceremony–or even just a witchy, ethereal aesthetic for your big day–I have just the wedding officiant […]

Planning a Salem Massachusetts wedding? Here’s why you need Tara of Witchy Woman Weddings

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couple posing for photos in the courtyard after their wedding ceremony at Willowdale Estate
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Tucked away in the small town of Topsfield, MA is an enormous, elegant stone mansion. Outside, there’s a lovely courtyard, and the building is surrounded by over 700 acres of state forest. Inside, there’s a cozy library, plenty of fabulous rustic decor, large yet welcoming rooms, and the kind of interior vibes that just melt […]

Get to know Willowdale Estate – one of MA’s most beautiful mansion wedding venues

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bride and groom outside in the snow at the Mansion at the Highlands, a beautiful Fall River wedding venue
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Massachusetts received a record-setting amount of snow last weekend, but that’s not the reason I’ll never forget the Blizzard of 2022. I’ll always remember it as the day I (unexpectedly) got to capture Samantha & Chris’s beautiful wedding, which took place at a hidden gem of a Fall River wedding venue! I had just gotten […]

An intimate celebration at a stunning Fall River wedding venue

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An intimate wedding ceremony led by April of The Offbeat Officiant, a Boston wedding officiant
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When you choose a wedding officiant who really fits your style, your ceremony can actually end up being one of the most memorable parts of your day! You might be looking for someone who truly appreciates the relationship you have with your partner, someone who can make the experience fun & relaxed. If that’s the […]

Meet April (AKA The Offbeat Officiant) – a one-of-a-kind Boston wedding officiant

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You may not have thought of it this way, but your wedding invitation suite is typically the first taste your friends & family will get of the unique vibe & aesthetic of your big day! And, if you’re specifically choosing not to have a cookie-cutter wedding, there’s no reason you should have to settle for […]

Meet Jackie of INKED by Jackie – a creative, passionate designer of custom Boston wedding invitations

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couple sitting at sweetheart table on their wedding day at Bittersweet Farm
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If “rustic elegance” is exactly the vibe you have in mind for your Massachusetts wedding, you have to check out Bittersweet Farm. Not only are the grounds full of idyllic spots for photos; the staff are expert event coordinators who can bring all the elements of your vision together flawlessly. Plus, Bittersweet Farm is  surprisingly […]

Get to know Bittersweet Farm – a beautiful, diverse & affordable wedding venue in Massachusetts

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bride and groom walking down path at Willowbend Country Club, a beautiful Cape Cod wedding venue
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From the enchanting woods, to the picturesque beaches, to the epic mountains…New England practically just begs you to have an outdoor wedding. And this region is PACKED with incredible venues that suit a wide, wide variety of styles. If you’re looking for something elegant, charming, and inviting, you’ll likely be able to find your dream […]

7 Gorgeous Cape Cod Wedding Venues You’ve Gotta See

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bouquet made by Rachael Heilner of Black Iris Floral Designs, a Worcester florist
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If you’re anything like me, you probably prefer to work with small business owners who really pour their heart and soul into what they do. This is a huge part of what sets me apart as a wedding photographer, and it’s also a huge part of what makes Black Iris Floral Designs stand out in […]

Meet Rachael – A Worcester florist who can make all your wedding floral dreams come true

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bride and bridesmaids laughing together at new hampshire wedding - by Vivid Instincts Photography, a New England wedding photographer
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Welcome to the wonderful world of wedding planning! Since this is probably a new experience for you, it’s totally normal to have lots of questions. The good news is, your vendors are here to help! We’re all here working in this industry because we’re super passionate about turning your dream wedding day into a reality […]

My 6 most frequently asked questions as a New England wedding photographer

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New hampshire lakeside wedding arch
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A winding, wooded path, reminiscent of an enchanted forest, that led to a sparkling lake. Gorgeous rustic details. An intimate vibe. Kylie & Sam’s late September wedding was a New Hampshire photographer’s dream. It incorporated everything that’s great about getting married in this state—the rustic-ness and elegance were so perfectly balanced. All throughout the day, […]

A New Hampshire wedding photographer’s dream

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